Did you know that chiropractic is not just for adults? Drs. Lander and Schaffer are both skilled in treating children, whether it is an infant a few hours old or a teenager and everything in between. We are often asked "why would a child need to be adjusted?" Read on for the answer!
1. Many spinal problems seen in adults begin as early as birth. Even so called "natural" birthing methods can stress an infant's spine and developing nervous system. The resulting irritation caused by spinal and cranial misalignment can be the cause of many newborn health complaints. Colic, breathing problems, nursing difficulties, sleep disturbances, allergic reactions and chronic infections can often be traced to nervous system stress. Since significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, many parents have their newborns checked right away. As the infant grows, learning to hold up the head, sitting, crawling, and walking are all activities that affect spinal alignment and are important times to have a child checked by a Doctor of Chiropractic.
2. As the child begins to participate in regular childhood activities like skating or riding a bike, small yet significant spinal misalignments (subluxations) may occur. If neglected, the injuries during this period of rapid growth may lead to more serious problems later in life. Subtle trauma throughout childhood will affect the future development of the spine leading to impaired nervous system function. Any interference to the vital nervous system will adversely affect the body's ability to function at its best.
3. Trauma from an old injury. These misalignments may or may not result in immediate pain or symptoms. Regular chiropractic checkups can identify potential spinal injury from these traumas, make the correction early in life and help avoid many of the health complaints seen later in adults. Proper spinal hygiene is important to better health.
4. Care for conditions such as colic, ear infections, asthma, allergies and headaches (to name a few). It is important to understand that the Doctor of Chiropractic does not treat conditions or diseases. The expertise of the chiropractor lies in checking the child's spine for misalignments that impair nervous system function therefore affecting overall body function. The bones of the spine, the vertebrae, house and protect the spinal cord. The spinal cord is an extension of the brain and carries information from the brain to the body parts and back to the brain again. Subluxations interfere with the nerves' ability to transmit this vital information.
5. The nervous system controls and coordinates the function of all the systems in the body: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, hormonal, eliminative and immune system. Any aspect of health may be impaired by nerve interference. The chiropractic adjustment restores nerve system function allowing the body the ability to express a greater state of health and well-being.
What to expect on your child's visit:
The Doctor of Chiropractic will take a case history and perform a chiropractic exam to determine if spinal subluxations exist. Chiropractic adjusting procedures are modified to fit a child's size, weight, and unique spinal condition. They are both gentle and specific to the child's developing spinal structures. Most parents report that their children enjoy their chiropractic adjustments and look forward to subsequent visits. They also report that their children experience a greater level of health while under regular chiropractic care.
Adapted from: Pathways to Family Wellness magazine, Issue #05; Why Should Children Have Chiropractic Care?
Wishing you and your family Grand Health!
Sincerely,
Drs. Lander and Schaffer, and The Grand Health Chiropractic & Wellness Team
1. Many spinal problems seen in adults begin as early as birth. Even so called "natural" birthing methods can stress an infant's spine and developing nervous system. The resulting irritation caused by spinal and cranial misalignment can be the cause of many newborn health complaints. Colic, breathing problems, nursing difficulties, sleep disturbances, allergic reactions and chronic infections can often be traced to nervous system stress. Since significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, many parents have their newborns checked right away. As the infant grows, learning to hold up the head, sitting, crawling, and walking are all activities that affect spinal alignment and are important times to have a child checked by a Doctor of Chiropractic.
2. As the child begins to participate in regular childhood activities like skating or riding a bike, small yet significant spinal misalignments (subluxations) may occur. If neglected, the injuries during this period of rapid growth may lead to more serious problems later in life. Subtle trauma throughout childhood will affect the future development of the spine leading to impaired nervous system function. Any interference to the vital nervous system will adversely affect the body's ability to function at its best.
3. Trauma from an old injury. These misalignments may or may not result in immediate pain or symptoms. Regular chiropractic checkups can identify potential spinal injury from these traumas, make the correction early in life and help avoid many of the health complaints seen later in adults. Proper spinal hygiene is important to better health.
4. Care for conditions such as colic, ear infections, asthma, allergies and headaches (to name a few). It is important to understand that the Doctor of Chiropractic does not treat conditions or diseases. The expertise of the chiropractor lies in checking the child's spine for misalignments that impair nervous system function therefore affecting overall body function. The bones of the spine, the vertebrae, house and protect the spinal cord. The spinal cord is an extension of the brain and carries information from the brain to the body parts and back to the brain again. Subluxations interfere with the nerves' ability to transmit this vital information.
5. The nervous system controls and coordinates the function of all the systems in the body: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, hormonal, eliminative and immune system. Any aspect of health may be impaired by nerve interference. The chiropractic adjustment restores nerve system function allowing the body the ability to express a greater state of health and well-being.
What to expect on your child's visit:
The Doctor of Chiropractic will take a case history and perform a chiropractic exam to determine if spinal subluxations exist. Chiropractic adjusting procedures are modified to fit a child's size, weight, and unique spinal condition. They are both gentle and specific to the child's developing spinal structures. Most parents report that their children enjoy their chiropractic adjustments and look forward to subsequent visits. They also report that their children experience a greater level of health while under regular chiropractic care.
Adapted from: Pathways to Family Wellness magazine, Issue #05; Why Should Children Have Chiropractic Care?
Wishing you and your family Grand Health!
Sincerely,
Drs. Lander and Schaffer, and The Grand Health Chiropractic & Wellness Team
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